Reviews of The Brazen Café (Coffee Shop)

Hannah Vinagre

Worst part about not living in town anymore is missing my weekly trips to Brazen. I’ll never forget the ambiance, community and superb coffee… even made a few friends along the way. There’s more than meets the eye here, literally. Pay a visit to see what you’re missing.

Grace Fortune

Really tasty iced lattes! And the woman who makes them is super friendly. :) I'll be back!

Gavin Russell

Great local place with amazing fancy coffee and special drinks. The owner is awesome and is very personable!

Chris Hanlon (Arbalister)

Absolutely an amazing place! Dorian the owner is the kindest person, ever. We came out tonight with a group of family, friends, and one toddler, to celebrate the reunification with our amazing younger daughter, and her moving on from a less than satisfactory relationship. Dorian have us the rum of the place, let us move tables around, and helped us have the best, most memorable evening together. Absolutely the crown on top of the best 3 weeks we, as a family, have had in more than 2 years.

Abdallah Meknas

A beautiful and realaxing place to get some work done or enjoy a great cup of americano coffee with some friends. The aesthetic and music are old school giving you a different vibe than the usual busy coffee shop. Prices are also reasonable and their coffee is really great. They also have super fast internet!

Nim sar

Excellent Chai tea, cappuccino and great Jazz music vibe. Doreen is such a wonderful person. Do try their Tumeric latte, it is a hidden gem in St. Catharines. Support local.

Ben Block

Friendly service. Best coffee around it was delicious.

Salon D Hair Extension Boutique

Honestly, the best coffee and scone I had in a while. Don’t usually make reviews but the visual atmosphere , and the smell of fresh bean coffee with the most sweetest owner that served me put a big smile on my face and made me happy . Wish I lived and worked closer but this was a perfect spot to sit and have a quick business meeting when I’m in the city . Can you please open up another one in Toronto , we would love you here !

Maureen Quist

This place has such a great vibe, the music is fantastic & the coffee/goodies are excellent. Doreen adds such a personable touch to every visit. Highly recommend...

Jason Michael

Haughty Barista scoffed at my order for black coffee…I felt rather like a school child being taught how to order the fancy boiling water processed through the crush ed beans of the coffee plant…then was charged a rather astonishing amount of currency for what I called coffee and they called something I couldn’t pronounce and now cannot remember; ah, to each their own.

Rehan Vasi

Best Americano in town, hands down!3

Gregary Ford

Immaculate interior, friendly staff and a relaxed, classic atmosphere. Great coffee, too!

Lisa D'Alessandro

Incredible coffee and such a good vibe.

Rory T

Great place for a drink, best coffee in town. A must go. Doreen is incredible, 10 stars, really.

Katherine Sunita

Double Shot Americano is HEAVEN, Portuguese Custard Tarts hellishly tempting; earthly delights abound....100% Brazen perfection....

Sharon DeMarko

Ecstatic you're open again and gaining popularity with each specialty lavished in your brazenly bold upscale brasserie. The hole in downtown attractions was crater-size when the pandemic closed your intimate getaway. For first timers -- Imagine the sights and sounds of Paris, a place Manhattanites would recommend, and Torontonians would feel comfortable introducing to their Montreal friends. You've entered The Brazen Cafe, home of boldly beautiful people. A presto! à bientôt!

Joanna Robert

It is the most wonderful cozy place I have been in all Niagara Region. The environment is simply mesmerizing like you feel you don't ever want to leave. The beverages are delicious, not only their coffee, but their teas as well. And the cherry in the pie is that it is LGBT friendly so I felt like home there. I will keep visiting The Brazen Cafe for as long as it exists (forever I hope).

Rida Zainab

Cool spot! Doreen made us feel welcomed right away. Had a wonderful night. The latte was delicious.

Thornton Photographic

Amazing experience with a wonderful atmosphere. The owner is a firecracker and fun to chat with. The coffee is fantastic, but the turmeric latte is absolutely wonderful.

Moe Abou El Naga

Stumbled upon this gem over the weekend and ended up going 3 days in a row. Immaculate interior and friendly staff with perfect curated coffee makes this a superb spot.

Silvy Dimitrova

Truly the best coffee experience I have had in a very long time. The ambiance, music, barrista and quality of coffee is all superb here. Highly recommend to all true coffee aficionados and foodies in town!

Russell Donohue

Best coffee in town, top notch service.

Kylee Perrier

By far THE BEST drink I have ever had in my LIFE. The environment is so rad and unique! There is nothing else like this in the area. Speakeasy vibes, phenomenal art work and decor and the drink list was near impossible to choose from! They all sounded so yummy. Also the owner seems like a super rad person, she was so nice and welcoming. Can't wait to go back!

Sebastian Correa

Best coffee in St. Catharines, probably the Niagara region. Doreen is awesome, friendly, and the place has an awesome feel and décor. Try the iced mocha!

Michael Hayworth

Best coffee in St Catherine’s.

Rachel Epp

That’s one darn good cup of coffee! ☕️

Sabiha Hossain

Such a pretty local cafe

Nick Vogiatzis

Love this cool and cozy cafe! Super friendly. Best chai latte in town????

Jessica Boulay

Doreen is as awesome as her coffee and gelato. Brazen is apart of the morning work routine ♥️

Andj P

Amazing atmosphere!! Brought a few friends with me to their Burlesque night and it was wild!! I’ve never seen anything like this in the St. Catharines area. I will definitely be back!

Erin Shred

I'm so happy to have the best coffee in the city available again!

Valerie Kane

Love it here!!! Great coffee, gelato, service and atmosphere.

MrDawson777

Great space great service :)

gokhan bozyiğit

Amazing atmosphere and quality food. Great for entertaining guests. Perfect coffee stop

Jeff Tavares

Love the espresso ????????

Tate Medcalf

Awesome little place!

Samantha Willow Alethea Holmes

Gorgeous place, Dorian is wonderful and made us feel right at home <3

Dwight Egerter

Great place for a fabulous cup of coffee/cappuccino.

Sudhir Karthikeyan

Great coffee. Good atmosphere. Perfect place to get some work done!

Darren DiMarco

Fantastic ambiance and Doreen is awesome. Dog friendly too!

Southern Peligro

A local gem with some of the best coffee I've had. Must check this place out if you love coffee. The owner is pretty awesome too!

elea

Doreen is a gem. Always greeted by an enthusiastic smile when I come in. The iced coffee is great too!

Brad Durant

Quaint, classic little joint. Great place to stop if you’re in the area. Lady running it was very friendly. More than decent double shot cappuccino.

Jaash Singh

Beautiful atmosphere, super friendly staff, and ultra delicious coffees and cocktails. If you're in the area, do not skip a visit to this absolute gem.

Vipin Acharya

The best cafe in Town. ♥️ Fresh coffee ☕, cocktail ????, martini ???? & gellato ???? made with creativity and love.

Heather Longeway

Absolutely beautiful location and decor. We ordered iced Americano and a caramel latte, along with a side of gelato; very delicious!! Highly recommend checking this place out, very cool spot!!

Rian Williams

One of the best lattes I've had! My wife got the mocha and it was fantastic as well! Also, the owner was so nice to our daughter, which was so appreciated. Will definitely go back when I'm in town again!

Michael Warren

Amazing hospitality. Coffee to die for. Atmosphere and ambiance so welcoming. Totally recommend.

vipin acharya

Best cafe in downtown St Catharine. Love it love it love

Samantha S

The interior to The Brazen Cafe is beautiful, the coffee is delicious and the staff are super friendly. Highly recommend.

Lina Sharifi

Beautiful!!!

Sing C

I had worked downtown for a total of 10 years and I can’t believe I had never been here. What’s wrong with me? I had a satisfyingly strong Americano and a great Hot Irish cocoa here. My friend had a B-52. It’s a great atmosphere with enjoyable music. I’ve had their delicious scones before from a friend who shared and I’ve yet to try the gelato but they looked amazing. I’ll definitely be back!

Kathryn VanRaes

Our favourite cafe!! Best chai lattes we ever had. Great atmosphere and very welcoming owner who loves to get to know her customers.

Brooke Parkin

Favourite place for coffee, was going to stop and do some school work there but was wondering; is there wifi?

Jennifer Snider

Such a welcoming place! Great vibes for your morning coffee or an evening drink. Also, keep an eye out as Doreen is often hosting unique events at the Brazen!

Sarah Anne

Best coffee and energy in the whole city

anna maza

Very unique place. Great service

James

My friend and I stopped in Saturday evening. Was interested in going in and my friend pointed out The Brazen Cafe to me. Was pleasantly pleased by The Brazen Cafe, the lady working there ( I forgot to ask her name), was helpful in suggesting tea and coffee for us to try ,we enjoyed them. We both enjoyed the atmosphere of The Brazen 3. Look forward to returning, and my friend loves the candle too. Thank you, James

Amanda Brush

I've been coming to the Brazen since the beginning and it never disappoints. The owners are wonderful, the ambience is so relaxing and the coffee is the best. And I don't really care for coffee all that much. This is the first year they've been selling Pumpkin Spice Lattes and my basic white girl is in heaven because it's the best PSL I've ever had.

Adam Toner

Best Americano I've had in a long time.

Cindy Dugas

Fabulous cocktails and gelato...great music and atmosphere...owner is wonderful!! First time there definitely not the last!!

Luis Lopera

Best experience at a cafe, excellent serice and excellent quality. Very spacious, and the ambience/decor is exceptionally put together.

Sunita Raj

A fantastic place! The ambiance is beautiful, classy and warm. The cocktails are delicious, the pumpkin late that the owner made for me was the best I've ever had and the banana gelato is to die for. On top of everything the owner is incredibly friendly and very approachable. I can't wait to come back.

Scott VanRaes

My wife and I visited this cafe a few months ago in search of the best tea latte in the Niagara region, and the search was over when we got Brazen's signature Chai and Tumeric Latte. The other selections like the pastries and Gelato are to die for. But it isn't just the food and drinks that keep us coming back, it is the perfect hospitality that the owner provides to all of her customers that make this place feel like a home away from home. It is a hidden gem of the Niagara Region!!!

Kate A.

I was searching for a decent cappuccino in St.Catharines. I found the best in the region. The owners are passionate about their brew, and offer 100% in quality, personality, vision and atmosphere. The place is gorgeously decorated, the staff is welcoming, the coffee is to die for, and their nightlife is up-and-coming. Brazen café is a fantastic addition to the downtown culture, delivering heart, style and class. Definitely recommend.

Kate Laslo

I come for the Portugese Custard Tarts and I stay for the burlesque show!! Great service !

Austin Golding

Really nice place,. Best ice coffee I have ever had!

Powel Obiorah

Such a lovely, antique and unique place, the owner is soo loving and caring towards her customers as well!!! Thanks!

Katherine Heykoop

One of the most fantastic places I've ever walked into. If you live in Niagara you need to check this place out. Amazing coffee, amazing service, amazing ambiance. I can't wait to go back.

Erika Altomare

The BEST coffee in St. Catharines and very possibly the Niagara Region.. Doreen is such a doll and a pleasure to chat with. The aesthetic can't be matched, such a joy and wonder to look around at all the well placed vintage and FINE decor. Will be making as many returns as possible to this cafe. HIGHLY recommend you stop in on your stroll through St Paul Street, you'll be glad you did.

Rachel Lee

My co-worker told me this cafe had amazing coffee so I went with a friend. We went on Friday after work and had a latte and cappuccino. Naturally, we worked our way into the wine; so great they serve alc. drinks! After a long day at the office, it was a wonderful place to relax. They only had desserts and sweets for food so we shared a croissant and custard tart - yum! By far, best coffee in St. Catharines! Friendly staff and loved the jazz music, felt like we were in the 40's!

Changhyun Ahn

(Translated) An old-fashioned cafe with old-fashioned jazz music from the LP turntable. The atmosphere is old but the interior is very clean, cozy and romantic. If you're near a neighborhood with a cafe like this, you can really go everyday and sit all day. (Original) 올드한 1900년대 초 재즈 음악이 LP 턴테이블에서 흘러나오는 그런 분위기의 고색창연한 까페. 올드한 분위기지만 실내는 매우매우 깨끗하고 아늑하고 로맨틱하다. 이런 분위기의 까페가 사는 곳 동네 근처에 있다면 정말 매일 가서 하루종일 앉아있을 수 있다.

Dollface Xoxo

I just discovered this place!!! Wow.. What a beautiful/hip cafe. I really enjoy the Spanish coffee and the Portuguese custard tarts! I came in on a Saturday afternoon they had a little market with local vendors which I thought was neat. Def will be visiting again.

Alex Kremnev

Stumbling upon this gem is sure to become a regular hang out for us. The cocktails are the best you'll find and the 1940's speak easy feel makes it the perfect spot for a night cap or a comfortable night that will transport you back in time. The service was excellent and you will quickly feel like a regular even if it's your first visit. In a world like today, this is even more so a must visit as it will help you forget about the problems of pandemics in a safe, laid back environment.

Nesrine Nassar

Best coffee in town and the owner is absolutely fabulous!

Kalvin S

This cafe is beautiful inside. The owner is super friendly and they make great coffee. Will be coming back.

Kaitlyn Grant

Delicious coffee, non dairy milk options, great vibes and gorgeous decor!

Robert Coull

Amazing Coffee and great vibe

Levin Joseph

Had a great experience here. Came during lockdown so only got an Americano and caramel latte. Both were amazing and the owner was super nice. Can't wait to go back after lockdown and try some of their other things.

Jaimee Spinelli

Beautiful, cozy spot! Great coffee, great service. Very tasty biscotti and chocolate cookies, would definitely recommend!

D Cranford

Fantastic cafe! The coffee, the ambiance, and the service is all next level!

Glyn McKinnon

Perfect cafe, I hope it's there forever.

Scott Feaver

Great coffee and atmosphere!

Kelti Wallace

Best coffee downtown ☕